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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in online education have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better understand these open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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